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Made this and maybe it was the frozen vegetables that were in it, but it was only ok. Next time, I think I will use some fresh vegetables and maybe some biscuits instead of the crescent rolls. It was just missing something.

Reviewer:

Ok base recipe... easy to jazz it up and easy to make. But, I only gave it 4 stars because it does take a LOT of jazzing... I added more seasonings (according to family's tastes), added shredded cheese (swiss is really good on this!). One time, I even added sauerkraut to the recipe and it turned out like a bierock (cabbage roll) casserole. Again, super easy to change up so very worth keeping in the recipe box!

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I was disappointed that the rolls didn't cook all the way through and I waited to put the cheese on the top. They were light brown, I added the cheese. When it melted, I served the casserole and the underside of the rolls were gooey. Kind of reminded me of Shepherd's pie, without the mashed potatoes. ADDENDUM: I have decided this is much better the second and third day. Flavors were married beautifully. I was still disappointed the crescent rolls didn't bake up better. I do think biscuits would be great on top but make sure they are cooked all the way through.

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My family loved it however made several changes due to what I had available. A couple friends happen to stop by with their son, they loved it too.
I used 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, I did not have hot Italian sausage only original so I added a small jalapeno from the garden with seeds to meat while cooking. Because I used more burger, I added a little bit more flour, salt, pepper. I did not have oregano so I used MC Perfect Pinch Italian Seasoning and used 1/2 tsp. For the sauce, the brand I buy is smaller than what this recipe calls for so I used 23.5oz jar of Spicy Sausage Sauce plus a half a jar of Chunky 3 cheese. I did not have crescent rolls so I used butter flavored biscuits instead, I used a rolling pin and flattened them. I spread 1 C. shredded cheese on top of meat mix then put flattened biscuits on top, then added another cup of cheese. Baked for 25 minutes. EXCELLENT. I noticed several comments that said it needed some sprousing up...well this will do it! It gives it just enough kick but not where it is too spicy you can't eat it. My five stars is based on my changes, I am sure it is great the way she has it too.

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I didn't have the exact ingredients available; but this is a great base recipe. Here is what I did:
Browned the following:
12oz. Hot Italian Sausage (bulk)
8oz. Ground Beef
1 Orange Bell Pepper - chopped
1/2 large onion diced
1 heaping tbsp minced garlic
I didn't have any frozen mixed veggies so I added the following:
5oz fresh sliced carrot
5oz fresh chopped celery
6oz frozen corn (thawed)
1 Fresh Jalapeno (chopped)
4 Roma Tomatos (chopped)
Increased Oregano to 1/2 tsp and Black Pepper to 1/2 tsp
I also didn't have a full 16 ounces for Spaghetti sauce, So I added
13oz. Spaghetti sauce with about 3 ounces of water.
I topped this with a can of Immaculate Baking crescent rolls; since these are dairy free (and wonderful!).
This came out delicious! Thank you Michelle!